salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in New Orleans to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,463
$1,508
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,239
$1,391
💵 Families earn per year
$74,933
$61,077
🔑 Buying a house
$293,500
$315,700
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.9
92.6
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,542
$2,606
⚡ Electric bill per month
$140
$196
👥 People living there
323,725
371,853
Commute to work
20.9 min
22.6 min
College degree
48.3%
42.4%
Own their home
53.8%
51.2%
Below poverty line
14.9%
22.6%
Unemployment
4.9%
7.5%
Bottom line
- Pick Lexington-Fayette for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 5 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Lexington-Fayette | New Orleans | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $34,910 | $16,640 | -52% in New Orleans |
| Operations Manager | $80,440 | $105,110 | +31% in New Orleans |
| Police Officer | $61,720 | $48,970 | -21% in New Orleans |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,110 | $93,650 | +17% in New Orleans |
| Restaurant Cook | $35,970 | $30,520 | -15% in New Orleans |
| Software Developer | $123,510 | $106,950 | -13% in New Orleans |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,910 | $36,380 | -13% in New Orleans |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,380 | $34,320 | -13% in New Orleans |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lexington-Fayette or New Orleans cheaper to live in?
Lexington-Fayette and New Orleans cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in New Orleans to match $60,000 in Lexington-Fayette?
About $59,811 a year gives the same standard of living in New Orleans.
Where do people earn more, Lexington-Fayette or New Orleans?
The typical household earns $74,933 in Lexington-Fayette and $61,077 in New Orleans, 23% more in Lexington-Fayette.
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